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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1886
Page
1
Indications for the next twenty four hours forecast fair weather in New England and eastern New York. Temperatures will be slightly warmer with winds shifting from southwest to northwest after 7 p m Friday November 5.
The bulletin shows daily weather readings for Boston with temperatures ranging from a minimum around 42 degrees to a high near 85. The report notes clear cites and mentions wind and humidity levels, with precipitation not specified.
Yesterday’s meteorological record lists observations from all stations taken at the same moment up to 10 p.m. Details cover temperature, humidity, wind and possibly precipitation across multiple locations. Data compiled for comparative analysis and historical record.
An OCR fragment describes a fire incident on a Texas and Pacific line with references to a boiler and injuries. Names such as Gar Davis, DeHaven, and Charles Norton appear distorted. The text is incomplete and contains many garbled words.
News survey reports the split in Congress with 172 Democrats and 150 Republicans. It notes diverse items from local disturbances and court actions to labor strikes, ship lines, and international politics, listing many incidents and political developments.
In Pestu on Nov 4 the Austrian delegation warned of needed army credits and the risk of war while the emperor’s peace may be held. Hungarian premier Tisza outlined dual aims: define foreign policy and ensure national forces match other powers. Protesters urged lawful public meeting in Trafalgar Square on Lord Mayor’s Day.
The Macaire court martial continued at Ninth Regiment headquarters with no decision. Lectures at Lowell Institute on oceans and islands by Dr Alfred R Wallace. West End railway petition hearing. Preparations for President Cleveland reception. City employees gain chance to see Cleveland. Littleton wins at Mystic Park. Brighton and Commonwealth avenues name hearing. Pedestrian scores at Columbia rink. Stocks mixed with Bell Telephone weakest, down six points. Eastern stock market up 1114 points on shorts covering.
The Wells School Alumni Association held its annual reunion at the Wells school building at Blossom and McLean streets. Officers chosen for the next year include President O W Dimmock and several secretaries and a treasurer. About 150 members attended as readings, magic, refreshments and dancing followed the election.
The entry lists Civil War milestones including Gen Geo B B McChilan appointed Commander in Chief on Nov 6, 1861. It notes Gen Winfield Scott's resignation on Nov 1, 1861 and other events such as Burnsville and Nashville clashes, and a Confederate defeat at Laddaburg, West Virginia, around March 1863.
Nov 4 dispatches report a state of siege in Philippopolis to quell brigand bands incited by Russian agents. Deputies in Trxova vow strong opposition to concessions to Russia as government explains negotiations with Zankoff. A Bulgarian conspirator who fled to Russia returns claiming the Czar plans to curb English influence. In London, Bulgarian minister appeals for renewed support. Russia reportedly won’t occupy Bulgaria per the Vienna envoy.
The Pall Mall Gazette hails Henry George as a hopeful, visionary figure whose victory would protest Mammon rule and stimulate global dialogue on poverty. The St James Gazette calls the New York vote for George significant and alarming, urging Americans to recognize a new danger to the Commonwealth beyond party politics.
Under Secretary Jacobi named secretary of state for the imperial treasury. German exports to America climb by 17 million marks, sugar part of 4 million, total exports 3 billion marks with 10 percent to America. Berlin backs Paris expo amid peace hopes. university students rally in Halle.
John Bright writes to newspapers rejecting the idea that a party must follow every move of its leader. He asserts Liberals retain liberty of judgment until a infallible leader appears and predicts no immediate reunion, condemning smooth platform rhetoric as failing to bridge party rifts.
London reports Lord Salisbury replying to a socialistic request for a deputation of unemployed workers. He says the government sympathizes with the poor but sees no public advantage in receiving the delegation, noting recent events. The Socialist Federation issues a long manifesto saying Wig will not.
Hamburg correspondent reports a second Suez canal plan nearing completion. The proposal would be English controlled with vast capital available.
The report states three-fourths of generals recently dismissed from the army belonged to secret republican societies. Zeorillists admit the loss is serious but claim 10,000 loyalists remain and could prompt a garrison to declare for a republic at any moment.
London reports tin price drops to 29 pounds for common grade 36 pounds for superior and 68 for refined. A steamer Cartago Nova boiler explosion in Newcastle kills six and injures thirty. Darwen spinners strike 5 percent wage cuts. Kerry crime declines due to landlords and Butler's surveillance. Meiland becomes minister of public works in Paris. Rumor Osman Diena moves to relieve Tokar with sizeable force.
The Slater memorial building at Norwich Free Academy was dedicated with addresses by Professor Gulliver and Johns Hopkins President Gilman. Architect Stephen C Farle of Worcester designed the beautiful structure funded by Mr Slater in memory of his father, John F Slater.
Miss Ika Memetty sued landlords J. Naylor & Co. for 842000 damages after eviction from her language school. The case, previously dismissed for default, was revived in the Supreme Court chambers but her self representation could not overcome the lack of authorities and the bid to open the default was denied.
Dr. previously missing head of the Peoria bank, who fled about a year ago with $200,000, was arrested in Montreal by a Pinkerton agent. Police authorities had kept details quiet. He will await extradition proceedings.
In St. Louis on November 4 Robert A Grayer a Black man who killed William Evans in the city previously received four hangings. The Supreme Court affirmed the lower court's decision and sentenced him to be hanged for the fifth time.
In Montpelier and across Vermont on November 4, a joint assembly elected Truman Phinney sergeant at arms and brigade commander W L Greenleaf adjutant general F S Peck quartermaster general W J Gilmore replaced H K Ide, George Y T Childs named judge advocate general and others chosen as trustees and officials. The Governor sent tax commissioner nominee W P Dineham and prison trustees J Crampton and Joseph Parker to the Senate, where they were confirmed in executive session.
A Chattanooga company formed today with 7200000 paid-up capital plans immediately to erect a 100 ton blast furnace in Chattanooga. Construction to start in two weeks as two nearby furnaces have shown strong success.
New York November 4 A sensational Berlin rumor claimed Dr A G Gerster sister of singer Mme Etelka Gerster was insane. He denied the claim saying his sister Eretha remains in good health and away with Bela in Boulogne returning to Paris soon.
Beef workers at Swift and Morris are still out as both firms ship cattle East for slaughter. Henry Levy Morris’s nephew is beaten on Forty third street viaduct. Master Workman Boutler orders Armour's men to strike next day, risking expulsion from the Knights of Labor and a potential wider stockyard walkout.
A morning blaze in Lancaster New Hampshire destroyed the 1868 court house and all county records. The building housing the registry clerk Supreme Court probate offices and Judge Ladd's law library burned with no insurance on contents.
An alarm from Chelsea Box 15 yesterday morning indicated a small fire at the Japan manufactory of Hollander and Bradshaw on Marginal street. Damage was insured. A Box 6 alarm at 2:50 yesterday afternoon proved needless. A noon yesterday alarm from another box reported burning fat in a tenement on Cross street.
News briefs report significant blazes in Mears Tennessee Chickasaw cooperage totaling about 100000 in loss with 40000 insured. Holland township Illinois forest fire ravages five by three miles as farmers battle flames. Danovsk New Brunswick wood structures burn causing 80000 loss. Southampton Ontario two and a half blocks forty to fifty buildings burn leaving thirty families homeless and worth around 50000 with 12000 insured.
The Frankford labor troubles near resolution following a conference between the Philadelphia Manufacturers' Association aid committee and Knights of Labor leaders. Strikes at Troth's Mills largely ended with wares dispute referred to arbitration and a new rules set to govern future employer relations to avoid strikes and lockouts.
Chiss Alice J. Sanborn, daughter of Luther B. Sanborn of Freeport, was elected Brull county superintendent in Dakota territory with about 1000 of 1600 votes. A Democratic and Farmers' Alliance nominee, she had been teaching in Freeport and held a leave of absence for the post. She previously claimed Rose Creek Indian reservation in March 1885 and graduated from Wisconsin University in 1885.
A Fall River company treasurer was found to have embezzled over several years. An investigation led to a full confession and restitution with no prosecution planned. Interested parties will remain silent.
Buruiorr reports that John E. Smith famous pitcher formerly of the Newark club has signed to play next season for the Baltimore club. He is described as a phenomenal pitcher.
Returns show 172 Democrats and 150 Republicans in the new Fiftieth Congress. Morrison loses in his district as labor groups and protected workers lash against tari reformer. Baker gains amid union opposition and saloon support, flipping the district from Democratic to Republican by a wide margin.
The Republicans concede Adams Democrat won as governor by about 2000. Most counties counted favor Reed in a narrow state legislative edge. An official tally seems likely to decide the overall result with Democrats claiming majorities in the lower house and possibly the Senate.
In St Paul on November 4 Democrats reported favorable results with Dr Ames expected to win by a small margin. Republicans claimed fraud in Rimsey county while noting McGill trailed other state candidates by about 12 000 votes. Official counts may decide the Legislature with an estimated Senate 30 Republicans 15 Democrats and House 75 Republicans 25 Democrats and farmers alliance members.
Uncertainty over the third district Congressional race between Deacon S W White and Captain James L Bell draws attention as official returns shift. Corrections reduce White's majority from 143 to 60 with Bell leading by 19 in the forenoon count. Two districts remain unsettled.
Official returns from six counties in the twentieth district show John Patton elected over Hall by 318 votes. The state totals assign Pennsylvania a 20 member delegation with twenty Republicans and eight Democrats, unchanged from the present.
Detroit Nov 4 The latest returns barely alter Republican Governor lead with full returns near 2000 figures. Congressmen elected include Chipman Allen Donnell De Burrows Ford Brewer Whiting Tarasey Cutcheon Fisher Moffatt. State Legislature Senate Republicans 22 Democrats 10 House Republicans 65 Democrats 30 labor 4.
The Daily News reports WIY Morrison lost due to intervention by John Jarrett of Pennsylvania and the Knights of Labor. It notes Jarrett arrived ten days before the election, aligned with workingmen’s groups, and funded campaigns against Morrison.
Louisville voters give Speaker Carlisle a solid win with a reported 500 to 600 vote majority. The telegraphic message from Carlisle to the Courier-Journal confirms the result of the election.
New Hampshire returns show Sawer leading Currier by wide margin with 53 0193 votes for Sawer, 87 044 for Dem, while Wentworth leads Pro. statewide. four towns resist final tallies, but current count leaves Sawer close to election victory and Cogswell trailing by 3155.
Hartrorp Conn November 4 Complete returns show 123 058 total votes with Lounsbury Republican 56 8513 Cleveland 58 674 Democrat Forbes 4810 Prohibition Baker 2743 Labor. Legislature composition favors Republicans on Senate and House with a Republican majority on joint ballot.
Indiana Republicans say they have an estimated 5000 majority for the State ticket after counting over eighty of ninety counties. They report gains in three congressional districts and project a Republican plurality of 4149 on the statewide ticket. The Legislature stands at seventy eight Republicans and eighty Democrats in the House, with fifty in the Senate.
Republicans claim General Pesi winning the tenth district by fifty-two votes while Democrats doubt fraud in several precincts and seek a recount. Fulton county reports reduce Post’s margin as students’ ballots are questioned, and a police-footing error boosts Gleason’s United Labour votes from fifty-two to two, shrinking Lawler’s lead while Gibs on remains ahead by twenty five.
Pendleton the labor candidate in Florida's first district loses to Davidson Democrat by about 3000 votes. The Legislature is overwhelmingly Democratic, ensuring a Democratic Senator to succeed Joves.
Mitwatkee Wis November 4 Telegrams and letters pour in for Governor Rusk after a law and order victory. He returns to Madison with over 5000 visitors and an estimated plurality above 30000. Sentinel reports Republicans with a 36 seat overall majority in the Legislature and lists congressional winners Caswell Guenther La Follette Smith Hudd Clark Thomas Price Stephenson.
The New York New Jersey result shows a Democratic majority of one on joint ballot after counting without Donohue of Passaic. Recounts planned in Salem Burlington Pecos county third district Essex counties amid ongoing tally disputes.
Complete reports from eleven South Dakota counties indicate a 50 percent drop in ties and Republican majority shifts. Gifford, the Republican candidate, leads in reflection for congressional delegate with an estimated 11,000 majority. In the second district Albort, a negro, wins for the Republicans amid statewide shifts. Port Trasp reports Voorhees, Democrat, leading as delegate to Congress from Washington Territory by 1500 to 2000.
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